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Environmentalists Aim To Block Gold Mine Near Yellowstone — By Buying It [1]

"For decades, conservationists have fought against gold mining at the edge of Yellowstone National Park, fearing hard-rock extraction could fragment its wildlife habitat and pollute its waterways. Now park lovers say they say have a permanent way to preserve this crown jewel of the national park system: buying gold rights at Yellowstone’s doorstep."

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Source: Washington Post [7], 05/12/2023

Environmental Journalists, Idling in Idaho [8]

With the Society of Environmental Journalists’ 32nd annual conference in Boise now behind us, humorist David Helvarg offers a sharp-witted, albeit affectionate, skewering of the five-day gathering, everything from the host state’s politics to the innumerable sessions and the final blowout party. Prepare for punnage. Plus, check out the evolving multimedia coverage [9] of the event, and watch for session audio recordings to come.

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Biodiversity [11]
Climate Change [12]
Economy & Business [13]
Energy & Fuel [14]
Environmental Health [15]
Environmental Justice [16]
Environmental Politics [17]
Fish & Fisheries [18]
Forests [19]
Government [20]
Journalism & Media [21]
Natural Resources [3]
Policy [22]
Water & Oceans [23]
Wildlife [24]
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Coverage Stories: SEJ's 32nd Annual Conference [25]

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Here you'll find a chronological list of coverage stories inspired by or informed by our 2023 conference in Boise, Idaho.

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Coverage: SEJ's 32nd Annual Conference [9]

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SEJ's 32nd annual conference took place April 19-23, 2023, hosted by Boise State University. Here you'll find multimedia coverage [9] provided by SEJ, BSU, volunteers and conference attendees. Check out the audio recordings [9].

Couldn't make it to Boise? Watch the plenary recordings!

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"Cloud Seeding Catching On Amid Rocky Mountain Drought" [34]

"Garrett Cammans and his brothers sometimes don’t talk about their toughest moments on the job in the cloud seeding business, like the time when one of them got stuck in deep mountain snow and had to hike out alone in the dark."

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Source: AP [38], 04/20/2023

Agenda: SEJ's 32nd Annual Conference [39]

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See the agenda for #SEJ2023 in Boise, Idaho, hosted by Boise State University.

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Logging Plan on Yellowstone Border Shows Limits of Biden Climate Policy [40]

"Despite new “guidance,” the Forest Service moves to clear-cut mature pines in Montana without a detailed accounting of the cost in carbon emissions."

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Source: Inside Climate News [41], 04/10/2023

Seasonal Fishing Stories Reflect a Changing Environment [42]

As fishing season begins in many parts of the United States, climate change and pollution can make the sport a, well, can of worms. For the latest TipSheet, though, that means insights and stories for environmental journalists. A thumbnail on key issues, with story ideas and reporting resources. Plus, for those going to #SEJ2023 Boise, famed fishing spots.

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Is EV-Driven Demand for Lithium on Collision Course With Environment Concerns? [45]

The push to replace gas-guzzling vehicles with electric-powered alternatives is hitting significant speed bumps. The existing supply of lithium for batteries can’t keep up with demand, and new mining proposals often face opposition from area residents worried about local impacts. Radio reporter David Boraks has been covering one such conflict in North Carolina. He shares his insights and reporting tips.

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Environmental Health [15]
Environmental Politics [17]
Government [20]
Journalism & Media [21]
Laws & Regulations [2]
Natural Resources [3]
Policy [22]
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Technology [37]
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April 22, 2023

#SEJ2023 Plenary: Covering Gender and Environment Connections, at Home and Abroad [32]

Join the livestream of this #SEJ2023 lunch plenary examining how can we accurately and sensitively cover the connections between climate and gender, and how they intersect in people’s lives, both here in the U.S. and abroad. Noon-2:00 p.m. MT.

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